From the desk of Sister Stella
PWC President
Parish News
PWC Function
Traffic Duty Assignments
Weekly Readings/Reflections
Student School Activies
From the School Nurse
Playground Volunteer
Fall Festival
Miscellaneous

"Shared enthusiasm invigorates everyone with a burst of energy."

From the Desk of Sister Stella Maria, Principal:

The enthusiasm and hard work of our five person festival team is about to reach its culmination.We salute you and wish you a fun filled weekend.

JULIE CHAIT,LEADER PAR EXCELLANCE
MONA HORTON, CO CHAIR
THERESA McDUGALD, CO CHAIR
BETH RAWJEE, CO CHAIR
JUDY VILLABLANCA,CO CHAIR

A million thanks to you and your families and all your generous helpers for bringing such joy to the children of St. Pauls.

They are bursting with joy and enthusiasm.

VIVA FESTIVAL DE LOS NINOS!

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PWC President

.Dear SPA Families,

New Parent Reception:
Friday evening’s reception was a wonderful way to welcome our new parents to the St. Paul the Apostle community. Thank you to Danny Harold for the fabulous catering and to Kathleen Duncan for providing the beverages. Thanks also to Daryl Crowley for handling the invitations and to Terri Wojahn and Lynne Sahakian for the beautiful decorations. We are grateful to all those who attended…most especially to the parents of our new St. Paul’s students. Welcome!

SPA Directories:
SPA Directories have been sent home with the students. Jean Markarian has done a terrific job! THANK YOU JEAN! Extra copies are available for purchase. Consult the school office if you wish to obtain one.

Fall Festival – Festival De Los Ninos – October 8, 9, & 10:
The Fall Festival is finally here! The weather will be nice – Sister Stella has spoken with the Holy Spirit and the weather always cooperates for this weekend! Have a safe and enjoyable time. We ask that you are extra careful when travelling in and around the school. Be sure to consult all special Festival week pick-up and drop-off instructions.

THANKS FOR YOUR COOPERATION … HAVE FUN!!

Debbie Buderwitz – PWC President

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Parish News

Older Children Needing Baptism or First Eucharist?

Do you have a child in Grades Three through Eight who is not baptized or who has not received the Sacrament of Eucharist for the first time? Are you interested in having your child receive these sacraments?

If so, there is an opportunity available here in St. Paul the Apostle Parish just for you and your child. It’s called the "Rite of Christian Initiation" or RCIA. For more information or to register, please contact the parish coordinator of the RCIA for Children, Mrs. Irene Holly at (310) 474-1527, ext. 212.
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JUST A REMINDER!
ST. PAUL’S HAS A NEW SUNDAY MASS SCHEDULE
Masses are at:
5:00 p.m. Saturday

9:00 a.m. Sunday (with Children’s Liturgy of the Word*)
11:00 a.m. Sunday
5:00 p.m. Sunday

*Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW) is held most Sundays during the school year at the 9:00 a.m. Sunday Mass. CLOW is for children 4-9 and offers the Mass readings geared to their age level with follow-up exercises to help them integrate God’s word into their daily life.

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PWC Funtion News

ATTENTION
BAKESALE SIGN UPS
Clubs & Organizations from St. Paul the Apostle School
Are eligible to apply for a bake sale.
Forms are located on the rack by the school office.
All applicants will be chosen at random.

DEADLINE OCT.11th
Available dates
Oct. 22nd, Nov.19th, Jan. 28th,
Feb.25th, March 11th,April 22,May 13th

 

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Traffic Duty Assignments

For the month of October 7th Grade Parents

Thank you and congratulations to 8th grade parents! You have completed your traffic responsibilities for the year! Thank you for doing a great job and for helping to make drop-off and pick-up safe, smooth and as efficient as possible!

Thank you to new parents and to kindergarten parents for your attendance at orientation and the coffees. This gave all an opportunity to ask questions about traffic and to gain some understanding of all facets of the program.

All parents: Do not turn left into the Selby Driveway ever – morning or pm! This is very dangerous and could put people at risk for injury! Also, do not drop children off at undesignated spots in the morning. This slows traffic on Selby and is also unsafe.

Every effort will be made to make sure that the gate is open by 2:55pm for afternoon drop-off. Thank you to all who have cooperated to patiently with the transition to a new school year.

Mary Ann McQueen

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Weekly Readings/Reflections

October 10, 2004
Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Reading I
2 Kgs 5:14-17

Naaman went down and plunged into the Jordan seven times
at the word of Elisha, the man of God.
His flesh became again like the flesh of a little child,
and he was clean of his leprosy.
Naaman returned with his whole retinue to the man of God.
On his arrival he stood before Elisha and said,
"Now I know that there is no God in all the earth,
except in Israel.
Please accept a gift from your servant."
Elisha replied, "As the LORD lives whom I serve, I will not take it;"
and despite Naaman's urging, he still refused.
Naaman said: "If you will not accept,
please let me, your servant, have two mule-loads of earth,
for I will no longer offer holocaust or sacrifice
to any other god except to the LORD."

Reading II
2 Tm 2:8-13

Beloved:
Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, a descendant of David:
such is my gospel, for which I am suffering,
even to the point of chains, like a criminal.
But the word of God is not chained.
Therefore, I bear with everything for the sake of those who are chosen,
so that they too may obtain the salvation that is in Christ Jesus,
together with eternal glory.
This saying is trustworthy:
If we have died with him
we shall also live with him;
if we persevere
we shall also reign with him.
But if we deny him
he will deny us.
If we are unfaithful
he remains faithful,
for he cannot deny himself.

GospelL
k 17:11-19

As Jesus continued his journey to Jerusalem,
he traveled through Samaria and Galilee.
As he was entering a village, ten lepers met him.
They stood at a distance from him and raised their voices, saying,
"Jesus, Master! Have pity on us!"
And when he saw them, he said,
"Go show yourselves to the priests."
As they were going they were cleansed.
And one of them, realizing he had been healed,
returned, glorifying God in a loud voice;
and he fell at the feet of Jesus and thanked him.
He was a Samaritan.
Jesus said in reply,
"Ten were cleansed, were they not?
Where are the other nine?
Has none but this foreigner returned to give thanks to God?"
Then he said to him, "Stand up and go;
your faith has saved you."

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Student School Activies

Girls Volleyball News

Congratulations to the Purple Team on their wins over St. Tims and
St. Augustine. On Saturday, they placed 2nd overall in the American Martyrs Tournament.
The Purple Team has a home match on Tuesday, 10/12 against
Notre Dame Academy.

Congratulations to the Gold Team on their wins over Chaminade (twice), and St. Mels. This brings their record to 4-0. Way to go girls!
The Gold Team has home matches on Wednesday, 10/13 against Immaculate Heart and on Thursday, 10/14 against Oaks Christian.

Congratulations to the Blue Team for taking 1st place in the American Marytrs Tournament ‘B’ Division. All of the girls played well and everyone contributed to this fine win. Way to go girls!!
A special ‘Thank-You’ to all of the parents who showed support to our team.

Come join the Red, Blue and Orange Teams for their first home matches of the season. On Monday, 10/11, both the Red and Blue Teams are in action. On Thursday, 10/14, the Orange Team debuts.

Come out and support all of our Lady Saints!
For a complete schedule of matches, times and sites, please see the athletic bulletin board.

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From the School Nurse

CALLING ALL PARENTS!

PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT WE HAVE ONE CASE OF LICE IN THE LOWER GRADES. NOW IS THE TIME TO START CHECKING AND RE-CHECKING YOUR LITTLE ONES HEADS! REMEMBER LICE DO NOT CARE ABOUT WHERE YOU LIVE OR WHO YOU ARE. THEY ARE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY VARMITS:!

WE ALSO HAVE HAD ONE CASE OF VIRAL MENINGITIS IN THE UPPER GRADES! WE HAVE INFORMED THE PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES, COMMUNICABLE DISEASE DEPARTMENT. WE HAVE BEEN TOLD THERE IS NOTHING FURTHER FOR THE SCHOOL TO DO UNLESS MORE CASES ARISE. ALL PARENTS SHOULD BE WATCHFUL OF ANY OF THE FOLLOWING SIGN/SYMPTOMS NOTED BELOW. CALL YOUR PHYSICIAN
IMMEDIATELY AND PLEASE INFORM THE SCHOOL OF THE FINDINGS.

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October 05,2004

Dear Parents:

Please be advised that we have had one confirmed case of viral (aseptic) meningitis in the sixth grade. Your child may have been exposed to this virus. The following is a little information about the virus.

Thank you,
Miss Van V. Anderson/RN

Questions and Answers about
Meningitis
"Viral"

Q What is Meningitis?
A Meningitis is an infection of the lining of the brain and the spinal cord. Meningitis is usually caused by either viruses or bacteria It is important to know which type of meningitis a person has because the seriousness and treatment of these infections are different.Q What is viral Meningitis?

A Viral meningitis can be caused by many different viruses. These viruses are spread by contact with the infected person’s saliva (spit), nose mucus (snot) or feces. This usually happens when someone shakes hands with the infected person, or comes in contact with something the infected person has handled and then rubs his or her own nose, mouth, or eyes.

Q What are the signs and symptoms of viral Meningitis?

A Viral meningitis is serious, but it rarely causes death. Viral meningitis usually does not result in permanent damage to the brain and spinal cord. Usually, the symptoms last 7 to 10 days and people recover completely.
The signs and symptoms for meningitis vary from person to person. The signs and symptoms of viral and bacterial meningitis are often the same. However, NOT everyone has all the symptoms. The symptoms and signs are:
Fever
Bad headaches
Stiff neck
Throwing up or feeling like you will
Confusion and feeling sleepy
In infants the signs include crankiness, sleepiness and poor eating

Q Is there treatment for viral Meningitis?

A There is NO specific treatment for most types of viral meningitis. Most people get better on their own. Treatment is plenty of bed rest, plenty of fluids and medicine to relieve fever and headache

.Q How do I prevent viral Meningitis?

A Many people are exposed to viruses that may cause viral meningitis, but very few actually develop meningitis. By following some simple personal hygiene rules viral meningitis may be prevented.

To help prevent viral Meningitis:
Wash hands before preparing foods.
Wash hands before eating and after coughing and sneezing.
Wash hands after using the toilet and changing diapers.
Wash your hands before and after touching your nose or mouth.
Avoid sharing eating utensils, cigarettes, lipstick, food, sports water bottles and any other items that may be contaminated by spit.
Cover your nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing

.Your local Public Health Center is: County of Los Angeles
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES
Public Health

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Playgound Volunteer

PLAYGROUND VOLUNTEER PROGRAM

Help our coaches supervise our children during lunchtime recess! We need two parents each day. Each grade is responsible for two months per year. Parents commit for one day, i.e. Mondays, for that particular month.
Questions? Call Kathleen Felesina

Third Gread --October

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Fall Festival

NOS VEMOS MANAÑA EN EL FESTIVAL !!
(WE’LL SEE YOU TOMORROW AT THE FESTIVAL!!)Thanks to our great volunteers last weekend who put together and
painted the Festival booths. They look fabulous!!

Don’t forget to send your ride/booth tickets to school tomorrow with your children. They can buy lunch from Festival food booths. Fanny packs are a great way to keep tickets safe. Children will have early dismissal to the Festival tomorrow.

RAFFLE TICKETS will still be on sale at the Festival, so you still have a chance to win the big cash prizes!! The raffle drawing is on Sunday at 3 PM.

SILENT AUCTION ADDENDUM will be sent home with oldest child today, so check it for more exciting Auction items. The Silent Auction will be on Sunday noon-3 PM, Live Auction starts at 4 PM Sunday.

THANKS TO OUR FACULTY FOR THEIR FESTIVAL CONTRIBUTIONS!! Make sure you check out the special events the faculty have created for the Auction, that your children are sure to enjoy. Christmas ornaments designed by our teachers will also be on sale at Apostles Attic on Saturday.

FESTIVAL WORKERS: Please check your schedule to make sure you know when you are assigned to your Booth/Silent Auction Shift and arrive 15 min ahead of time. If you find you have extra time, please stop by the Hospitality Booth and ask where you can pitch in. THANKS FOR VOLUNTEERING!

CULTURAL PROGRAM FRIDAY OCT 8th: This year we will have "The Art of Puppets & Marionettes-Myth of the Aztecs", produced by Jim Gamble Puppeteers. The program will be featured twice on Friday at 1 PM & 2 PM. School children, toddlers, babies, etc are all welcome!!

GRADE ART AUCTION: Our children have as always turned out some really amazing works of art. Thanks again to the parent volunteers who made this possible. Be there to bid at 5 PM on Saturday October 9th at the Festival!

The serapes used for festival decorations will be on sale after the festival for $10/each. They make great beach blankets, ie you can catch up on your sleep laying on one at the beach AFTER the festival…. The Festival Schedule of Events is attached below.

TIENE BUEN TIEMPO !! (Have a great time!!)
The 2004 Festival Committee: Julie, Mona, Teresa, Beth & Judy
FESTIVAL DE LOS NIÑOS 2004 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

FRIDAY, October 8th
8:00 am Booth Set-up & Decorations Begins
9:00 am Sound System Set Up
11:30 am FESTIVAL OPENS TO CHILDREN
Radio Disney Van Broadcasts from Yard
Book Nook Opens

1: 00 & 2:00 pm The Art of Puppets & Marionettes-Myth of the Aztecs (produced by Jim Gamble Puppeteers)
2:00 pm Ms. Craveiro’s Theatre Group Performs
3:00 pm FESTIVAL OPENS TO PUBLIC
4:00 pm Wine Bar Opens until 8 pm
4:30 pm Valet Parking Available until 10:30 pm
6:00 pm Live Entertainment: Casino Rueda Cuban Style Salsa Danced In Circle with Casinero Damon Webber & Rueda 4 Fun
8:00 pm FESTIVAL CLOSES

SATURDAY, October 9th
9:30 am Sound Check for Battle of the Bands
10:00 am Festival Setup
Valet Parking available until 11 PM
Apostle’s Attic Opens until 6 pm (SAT ONLY)
12:00 pm FESTIVAL OPENS
Book Nook Opens until 6 pm
1:00 pm Cinema open until 6 pm
2:30 pm Bobby D and the Mixx – Live Music
4:00 pm Wine Bar Opens until 8 pm
5:00 pm Grade Art Live Auction
6:00 pm Battle of the Bands
8:00 pm FESTIVAL CLOSES
9:00 pm Festival Workers Mass

SUNDAY October 10th
8:30 am Valet Parking Available until 9:00 pm
9:00 am Festival Setup
10:00 am FESTIVAL OPENS
Baja Bakery: Coffee/Bake Goods Open after 9:00 Mass
12:00 pm Silent Auction Opens until 3 pm
1:00 pm Live entertainment: Flamenco Dancers featuring our own Larissa Peltola (Grade 3) & Elena Piña
Cinema open until 6 pm
3:00 pm Raffle Drawing
4:00 pm Live Auction
7:00 pm FESTIVAL CLOSES
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PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDARS
LIVE AUCTION – GRADE ART PROJECTS
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 9th AT 5:00PM

Kindergarten – Cindy Williams and Molly Harrigan are creating a special piece of furniture that features all of the Kindergarten class. This wonderful, whimsical piece will brighten your child’s room or play area.

1st Grade – Wendy Perkins, Elaine Gilbert, and Katie Lewis are working on two desks, hand decorated by our talented and creative moms and 1st graders. P.S. there’s a surprise in the desk! So don’t miss out on your chance to give your child a fancy and fun workspace. You may want to keep this whimsical yet elegant desk for yourself!

2nd Grade – Susan Burger, a designer, and Lisa Rogers, an artist and Denise Kilroy
are working on two quilt wall hangings that include all of the second grade students’ little faces (self-portraits). These beautiful quilts will brighten up and add a bit of elegance to your home.

3rd Grade – Marchell Hilliard and Kim Combs will be working on a "Follow Your Dream" Coffee Table with a rod iron base and a beautiful tile top decorated by the 3rd grade class. The kids will decorate the tiles with things that make them happy, their dreams…A delightful and charming asset to any room or outdoor patio.

4th Grade – Marietta Newbern, Pam Hall, and Susan Sullivan are making a one of a kind Eames Chair that is truly a piece of art by itself, but this one will be decoupaged by our 4th graders’ artwork. A great way to add a little sophistication to your home.

5th Grade – Cecelia Assaf , Jewel Kracoff , and Julie Blackwell are putting together a large canvas composed of 4.5x5 self-portraits of each 5th grader – a displayable and dazzling keepsake in any home.

6th Grade – Jean Markarian is decorating two large planters with hand painted tiles painted by our 6th graders. These stunning planters can grace your home or your garden.

7th Grade – Diane Avery Jenkins is working on a tiled chess/checker board coffee table that will be hand painted by the 7th grade students. This is a one of a kind piece that will come with its own matching chess and checker pieces. This fantastic and colorful tablewill cheer up your home and entertain you!

8th Grade – Debbie Buderwitz, Kim Ryan and Bobbie McRae are sewing a quilt made up of all past festival theme t-shirts. A memory book will go along with the quilt. This beautiful quilt can be displayed as a wall hanging or used as a throw. What a great way for your child to remember St. Paul’s.

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RAFFLE UPDATE !!!

Raffle sales have picked up and the kids are doing great!!!
Don’t stop selling. Bring in raffle books and monies all week and send to Jean via the black bag OR give to the Hospitality Booth at Festival.

Winners for Classroom participation and the 3 top sellers were announced on Wednesday at school. They will be posted next week…

Keep selling for more opportunities to get into the kids cash drawing on Festival Sunday. It’s not too late.

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Miscellaneous

Attention 8th grade Parents

MANDATORY MEETING for all 8th grade parents on Thursday, October 14th from 7:45 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. The meeting will be held in the JCPC. At this meeting, Sister Stella will review graduation and the 8th grade teachers will talk about the year. The $150.00 graduation fee is due at this time as well as the optional fee for the video. Please bring your checkbooks or credit cards.

As in past years, we would like parents to begin thinking about hosting the graduation parties as well as the parent party held after the graduation ceremony.

If you have any questions about the upcoming meeting or suggestions for the graduation parties, please feel free to call one of your 8th grade room parents!!!

Mary Kay Lalli, Bobbi McRae,
Caroline Moynagh and Jill O'Callahan

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